CLEANING CYLINDER FINS (Check Periodically)

NOTE

Clogged fins will cause poor engine cooling.

1.Carefully remove housing and clean dirt and dust from fins.

2.Reinstall housing.

CLEANING SILENCER AND

EXHAUST PORT (Check

Periodically)

1.Carefully remove housing halves.

2.Remove and disassemble silencer.

NOTE

Be careful not to scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the cylinder exhaust port.

3.Clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port and silencer.

STORAGE

LONG TERM STORAGE

(Over 30 Days)

Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following:

1.Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons.

2.Place ignition switch in STOP position.

3.Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of unit.

4.Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required.

5.Tighten all the screws, bolts and nuts.

6.Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil starter handle several times to remove fuel from the carburetor.

7.Remove the spark plug and pour 1/2 tablespoon of fresh, clean, 2-stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole.

A.Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.

B.Pull the recoil starter handle 2 or 3 times to distribute the oil inside the engine.

C.Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there.

8.Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition cable.)

9.Lubricate the drill bit with a heavy coat of oil to prevent rust.

WARNING

DO NOT STORE IN AN ENCLOSURE WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY ACCUMULATE OR REACH AN OPEN FLAME OR SPARK.

NOTE

For future reference, you should keep this operator’s manual.

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